Wisconsin's Nigel Hayes says he'll be back for his senior season with the Badgers.

Hayes told the Wisconsin State Journal on Tuesday that he has withdrawn his name from the NBA's draft entry pool. The 6-7 forward had declared for the draft last month but didn't sign with an agent, giving himself the flexibility to return to Madison if he wanted.

The State Journal reported that Hayes told the newspaper he made his decision after participating in the NBA draft combine this month in Chicago. Hayes said that, and workouts with five teams, helped him see what he needs to do to make it in the NBA.

Hayes averaged 15.7 points and almost 6 rebounds a game, but ended the year on a shooting slump in the NCAA tournament.